Home Automation

The ‘smart home’ is no longer a piece of science fiction from The Jetson’s. In fact it’s estimated that by 2020 nearly all U.S. homes will have smart home integration, and that statistic does not exclude motorized blinds. The rate of technological advancement has effected all aspects of life, and home automation has its benefits. Not only is it convenient, but it increases the privacy of your home, creates ambiance, is more sustainable, and much more. Remote control blinds are a solution for high energy rates since automatic blinds block out the sun and prevent your home from cooling itself down. Plus, you don’t even have to get off your couch to control every shade in the room. That just takes the push of a button! Rico’s makes the automation process simple by offering estimation, design consultation and installation alongside exceptional customer service.

Hunter Douglas PowerView Motorization

PowerView Motorization automatically moves your interior window shades throughout the day, making home automation just that easy for you. Since PowerView Motorization adjusts itself automatically from previously recorded settings, the lighting is naturally perfect morning, afternoon and night. This intelligent design even received the 2016 Red Dot Design Award and the 2015 Intelligent Design Best of Year Award. PowerView can be controlled via remote controller or through its very own PowerView app.

Hard-Wired Motorized Blinds and Shades

Motorized Hunter Douglas window coverings are a functional and fashionable home automation choice. Precisely controlled, the Hard-Wired Motorized Blinds and Shades are controlled by the contemporary-styled Platinum wall switch or any home automation system. The Platinum switch fits Decora switch plates to match your room decor, and the system has two stop positions for allow natural light and privacy when needed. This home automation product is truly fit for the functional and fashionable.

MechoSystems WhisperShade

The MechoShade Home Systems WhisperShade IQ2 Electronic Drive Unit is one of the most advanced motorized-shading solution available to homeowners. This Intelligent roller-shade technology is home automation at its finest. The automated product is quiet, cost-effective, powerful, and has two-way communication. Plus, control options are both easy to set up and configure. Get ready to replace your alarm clock; set up your WhisperShade technology to open and let morning light in when it’s time to wake up.

MechoSystems UrbanShade

The UrbanShade by MechoShade Home Systems is a wireless-control battery-powered motorized system that requires no manual operation whatsoever. In addition to automation, UrbanShade offers higher-level sun protection as well as room-darkening accessories including black out channels for room-darkening applications. This product is affordable, long-lasting and has a sleek design that looks good with modern to traditional decor. UrbanShade has the ability to be personalized as well; you can choose from any of its 22 shadecloth coverings.